Tawasin (en. Call)

/tawˈasin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of calling or inviting a person.
Call her by her name if you want to talk to her.
Tawasin mo siya sa kanyang pangalan kung gusto mong makausap siya.
Expressing an opinion or feeling that requires someone to listen.
Express your thoughts on this issue.
Tawasin mo ang iyong saloobin tungkol sa isyung ito.
Inviting a person to attend an event or gathering.
Invite him for our birthday.
Tawasin mo siya para sa ating kaarawan.

Etymology

The word 'tawasin' originates from the root word 'tawag'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Call me later.
Call me later.
Tawasin mo ako mamaya.
I will call you if there is news.
I will call you if there is an update.
Tawasin kita kung may balita.

Related Words

telephone
A device used to make calls.
telefon
message
Information that can be sent through a call or written form.
mensahe

Slang Meanings

Easing into finding a match or partner in something, often in apps or social media.
That's fine, just swipe through people on dating apps.
Ayos lang yun, tawasin mo na lang ang mga tao sa mga dating app.
To be soft or mellow in a situation, like in a fight.
Just mellow down the situation so it won't escalate.
Tawasin mo na lang ang sitwasyon para hindi na lumala.